Buyer

Buyer

Salary

$59,418.63 - $101,011.68 Annually

Location

Leesburg, VA

Job Type

FT Hourly W BN

Job Number

27-00788

Department

Health Services

Opening Date

09/15/2026

Closing Date

9/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Grade

119

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Loudoun County Government has been named one of Forbes 2025 Best Large Employers! We're proud to be recognized nationally for our commitment to employee satisfaction and excellence in public service. At Loudoun County, we bring together talented professionals from all backgrounds to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, growing community - that's The Loudoun Difference.

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE SEE RESUME WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

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Introduction

Loudoun County is one of the fastest growing counties in the country, known for its excellent quality of

life and strong economy, while embracing its historic presence. Located 35 miles west of Washington

DC, Loudoun County offers a diverse blend of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities.

Job Summary

The Buyer I performs purchasing and financial support activities for the Health Department and serves as a day-to-day resource for department staff on purchasing processes, financial coding, documentation, and County procurement requirements.

The position helps ensure public funds are used responsibly, efficiently and transparently. The Buyer reviews purchasing requests, confirms appropriate funding and coding, researches vendors and pricing, obtains required approvals, processes purchases, and follows purchase orders and invoices through completion.

The Buyer I works closely with division leads, program managers, and administrative staff as well as County Procurement, Finance and Public Affairs functions as appropriate. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, curious, resourceful and comfortable asking questions to make sure purchases are properly researched, accurately coded and documented.

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as Departments Buyer and as primary purchasing liaison in lieu of County procurement staff on purchases less than $50,000.
• Reviews purchasing requests to ensure they are complete, appropriately supported, properly authorized and consistent with County fiscal and procurement policies.
• Prepares and processes requisitions for goods and services based on staff and program requirements; ensures specifications and scopes of work are complete, accurate and aligned with County procurement policies.
• Conducts purchasing research by reviewing County contracts, vendors, pricing, comparative quotes, product specifications, availability and delivery options to identify appropriate, practical, and cost-effective solutions.
• Applies basic accounting and chart-of-accounts knowledge to assign and review appropriate object codes, cost centers, programs, grants, and funds.
• Prepares and processes purchasing card transactions, payments, employee reimbursements and expenditures.
• Partners with County Procurement on purchases requiring specialized guidance, exceptions, or additional review.
• Coordinates with Public Affairs when purchases or activities involve communications, public-facing materials, branding, public information, community engagement or other goods and services requiring Public Affairs review and approvals.
• Monitors and maintains the status of requisitions, purchase orders, invoices and related purchasing transactions; reviews invoices and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness, verifies appropriate matching to purchase orders and receiving records, and coordinates with staff and vendors to resolve discrepancies and ensure timely payment processing and closeouts.
• Maintains awareness of applicable County fiscal and procurement policies and seeks clarification when requirements are unclear or subject to interpretation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the Virginia Public Procurement Act, procurement principles and practices, other applicable laws, and County purchasing policy as they pertain to the work of the position.
• Basic knowledge of accounting, budgeting, accounts payable, financial reporting and chart-of-accounts concepts and grants.
• Familiarity with automated purchasing, financial and accounting systems and office technology.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess needs and recommend appropriate purchasing solutions.
• Ability to review and monitor financial records and ensure transactions are accurate and properly documented.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain purchasing and financial requirements and provide guidance to staff.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with staff, vendors, County officials, and the public.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, resolve administrative issues, and seek clarification when needed.
• Provides responsive customer service, communicates effectively, maintains confidentiality and exercises sound judgment when handling financial and purchasing matters.
• May perform other essential job functions specific to the position.

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree, preferably with coursework in procurement, business administration, accounting, finance, supply chain management, public administration, public health administration, or a related field; one (1) year related work experience in procurement of supplies and services with experience working with automated systems; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in public health, local government, public-sector, nonprofit, healthcare, or another regulated environment is preferred.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

Successful candidates will undergo background checks as required. Valid driver's license and good driving record required (driving records may be reviewed annually for continued qualification).

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at

703-777-0213 or email Human Resources.

Loudoun County Government offers a variety of benefits to both regular full time and part time employees. To view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer you when you join our team, please click here.

Employees hired into Regular Part-Time Intermittent positions are eligible for limited County employee benefit programs, based on the position's regularly scheduled hours. Benefits eligibility for temporary employees are dependent on duration of assignment and number of scheduled hours.

01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Doctorate degree

02

How many years of related work experience in procurement of supplies and services with experience working with automated systems do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 3 years of experience
• 3 years but less than 4 years of experience
• 4 years but less than 5 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience

03

Please describe your experience with reviewing purchase requests to ensure that all required information, documentation, approvals, and procurement requirements are met before processing a purchase.

04

Please describe the factors you consider when evaluating vendors or purchasing options for goods or services, including cost, product or service specifications, availability, delivery time, and the responsible use of public funds.

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Please describe the steps you would take to ensure a purchase request complies with applicable procurement policies, procedures, funding requirements, and County purchasing requirements before processing the request.

Required Question

Employer Loudoun County Government

Address 1 Harrison Street SE

Leesburg, Virginia, 20175

Phone 7037770213

Website www.loudoun.gov